Woodland Hills

 

Nestled in the foothills of the Santa Monica Mountains, Woodland Hills is a lush and upscale suburban neighborhood. It offers plenty of green space and outdoor recreation, and the beaches are only a 20-minute drive through the canyons. You’ll find a mix of resort-style condominiums closer to the main streets and large hilltop estates south of Ventura Boulevard. There’s also a collection of charming Mid-Century Modern homes, including the 1964 Kuhn’s House designed by renowned Modernist architect Richard Neutra.

 

You’ll find trendy restaurants, chic boutiques, shopping plazas, office towers, lively bars, and quaint cafes all along Ventura Boulevard. The abundance of amenities makes Woodland Hills feel more like a city and part of L.A.’s metropolitan area. Nature lovers can head to the trails at Upper Las Virgenes Canyon Open Space Reserve or Topanga State Park.

 

 

 

Woodland Hills is a mix of suburban and urban. The winding streets south of Ventura Boulevard are peaceful and quiet. You’ll find the lone jogger or dog walker out in the morning. The main thoroughfare, however, is always bustling with people, shoppers, and traffic. The abundance of green spaces and easy access to the beaches provide a healthy life-work balance.

 

 

Woodland Hills has been a food haven in West San Fernando Valley with a globally-infused selection of restaurants. Il Fornaio is an upmarket chain for classic Italian dishes, homemade pasta, wood-fired pizza, and goods from their in-house bakery. Mazar Mediterranean Restaurant is highly-rated for its service, atmosphere, and the best Mediterranean food in Woodland Hills.

 

A neighborhood favorite, Something’s Fishy has a varied menu, including hibachi, teppanyaki, and sushi. Tomoya Sushi & Izakaya serves creative rolls, small plates, and a selection of sake. For other Asian fares, Anantra Thai Restaurant specializes in healthy and authentic Thai cuisine, plus a selection of Chinese dishes and vegan options. Open since 1983, Shalimar Cuisine of India has classic curries and vegetarian entrees.

 

For fine dining, Monty’s Steakhouse specializes in prime cuts, fresh seafood, and classic dishes. They have a spacious dining patio that’s elegantly kept in a white-table setting. Another popular choice, Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar, has decadent surf-and-turf entrees with an extensive wine list to pair.

 

For shopping and entertainment, Westfield Topanga and The Village has chic boutiques, national retail stores, luxury brands, including Burberry, Gucci, and Cartier, and AMC Dine-In Topanga 12, where you can order dinner and cocktails from your theater seat. The plaza south of Victory Boulevard offers open-air shopping and dining and has several markets for groceries and wine.

 

 

Surrounded by ample green space, outdoor enthusiasts will love the miles of nature trails. Top of Topanga Overlook offers stunning views of the Santa Monica Mountains and San Gabriel Mountains. This nine-acre park also has picnic areas, interpretive displays, and native landscaping to explore. Warner Center Park is a neighborhood gathering place with a playground and bandshell, where you can occasionally catch live concerts.

 

For golf enthusiasts, Woodland Hills Country Club is an award-winning, private golf club designed by Billy Bell, Sr., in 1925 during the “golden age” of golf course architecture. It features an upgraded clubhouse and restaurant, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and an 18-hole championship golf course. For car enthusiasts, Porsche of Woodland Hills sponsors Supercar Sunday, held at Pierce College every week.

 

 

The Los Angeles Unified School District serves Woodland Hills. Noteworthy schools in the area include:

 

• Woodland Hills Elementary Charter School
• Calabash Charter Academy
• Taft Charter High School
• Woodlake Elementary Community Charter School
• El Camino Real Charter High School